I accept realistic replica firearms need to be taken off the streets, but this law will affect more people who use Airsoft guns for sport and recreation, than those who use them for criminal and anti-social purposes. Consider the following statistics:
+ In 2004, there were 3268 offences involving replica firearms + So far, the Campaign to Save Airsoft has gathered over 8000 signatures + Airsoft groups estimate 10,000 airsoft players in the UK
So, if we outnumber the criminals, a blanket ban would see the adverse effects outweigh the intended benefits. Such a law is flawed and poorly thought out. Excluding Airsoft guns from this ban, and instead only allowing their sale from retailors who have signed up to UKARA would be better, as would requiring those who wish to purchase Airsoft guns to obtain a licence, subject to background checks.
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+ In 2004, there were 3268 offences involving replica firearms
+ So far, the Campaign to Save Airsoft has gathered over 8000 signatures
+ Airsoft groups estimate 10,000 airsoft players in the UK
So, if we outnumber the criminals, a blanket ban would see the adverse effects outweigh the intended benefits. Such a law is flawed and poorly thought out.
Excluding Airsoft guns from this ban, and instead only allowing their sale from retailors who have signed up to UKARA would be better, as would requiring those who wish to purchase Airsoft guns to obtain a licence, subject to background checks.